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Childrenite and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties


Andradite Garnet and Childrenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Soluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.06-3.25   
3.8-3.9   

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Uneven   
Not Available   

Cleavage
Poor/indistinct on {100}   
None   

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5   
6.5-7.5   

Chemical Composition
(Fe,Mn)AlPO 4(OH) 2 -H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12   

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Childrenite and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Childrenite and Andradite Garnet physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Childrenite and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

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Childrenite and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Childrenite and Andradite Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Childrenite and Andradite Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Childrenite is 3.8-3.9 whereas that of Andradite Garnet is 3.8-3.9.

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